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stick or are you dangling a carrot? In other words, is what you are saying or doing forceful or
enticing? Awareness of everyday use of influence, and understanding characteristics of different
forms of social influence, are important for maintaining standards of behavior in both personal and
professional interactions.

For this Discussion, you will recall a time when you influenced another adult’s thoughts or actions
in a positive way. You will analyze and evaluate the aspects of influence you employed.

To prepare:

Review Chapters 1 and 2 of the text. Pay particular attention to the meaning and differences
between persuasion and coercion , propaganda , and manipulation .
Recall a situation when you influenced another adult in a positive way (e.g., addressed negative
or harmful thinking or behavior).
Reflect on the language and/or actions you used to influence the other adult and which aspect
of social influence (i.e., persuasion, coercion, propaganda, or manipulation), or a combination,
most accurately characterizes your approach to the other adult.
Consider to what degree you were aware of the type(s) of influence you were using and
whether you would employ the same or different aspect(s) of social influence today.

Of Week 1 post responses to the following:

Describe the situation and the language and/or actions you used to influence the other adult.
Explain the aspect(s) of social influence most evident in your language/actions, and to what
degree you were aware of using persuasion, coercion, propaganda, and/or manipulation at the
time.
Explain the outcome and your degree of success in influencing the other adult.
Based on what you know now, explain whether you would use the same aspect(s) of social
influence with this adult today, or what type of influence you would employ instead, and give
your reasoning.

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Due May 31 by 10:59pm
Points 100
Submitting a text entry box or a file upload
Attempts 0
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ANALYZING PERSUASIVE
COMMUNICATIONS

Recall that your text defines persuasion as “an attempt to convince others to change their attitudes or
behavior” (Perloff, 2023, p. 28). For the Discussion this week, you analyzed your own approach to
influencing another person in a positive way. You also considered whether, based on your current
understanding of different forms of persuasion, you are comfortable with the methods you used.

For your Assignment this week, you will continue to focus on approaches used to persuade by considering
the ethics of persuasion and, particularly, techniques used by people in work situations. In evaluating
specific interactions where someone influenced you (be sure you use adults as the influencer in this
assignment), you will apply normative theories of ethics. Keep in mind that normative theories are the
“ought to” ideas of what people ought to do based upon moral philosophy. Normative ethics involve the
person’s character and how we judge them. Do we call them honest? Are they trustworthy?

For this Assignment, you will analyze the four scenarios you indicted in your chart when someone
influenced you in your everyday communications with others.

To prepare:

Review the Week 1 Assignment Instructions handout from the Learning Resources.
Use the Week 1 Assignment Template document from the Learning Resources to record the persuasive
communications you encounter in a 24-hour period. Record four entries noting when another adult

RESOURCES

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.

WEEKLY RESOURCES

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tried to influence you. Write the narrative to address the prompts directly under the Chart.
Review Chapters 1, 2, and 3 in the textbook; review also the codes of ethics that correlate most closely
to your current work or the profession you want to enter. URLs for the codes of ethics are located in the
Week 1 Learning Resources. This sample chart
(https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/files/19481132?wrap=1)
(https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/files/19481132/download?download_frd=1) provides
guidance for the assignment. Select one organization’s code of ethics to use in evaluating the behavior
of the person influencing you in each communication you record. For communications that are more
personal than professional, identify specific guidelines within the code of ethics you chose that could
logically be used to evaluate personal interactions.
Reflect on the entries in your completed Chart. For each entry, consider what you were thinking at the
time and how you felt. Were the strategies used by the influencer ethical?

Of Week 1 submit a 3- to 5-page paper that includes your completed chart, followed by your narrative that
addresses the following.

Use a normative theory to analyze how each person tried to influence you. Give your reasoning for
choosing this theory.
Use a Standard/Principle from the professional code of ethics you have selected to evaluate each of the
four required episodes from your chart as "ethical" or "unethical" when the person tried to influence you.
Summarize insights you have gained about persuasive communication that you would apply to your
current job or the future work you want to do.

Use the Assignment Template to record your chart and write your analysis directly under the Chart in a
Word document. Be sure to rename the document following the instructions.

Although this Assignment has elements of a personal reflection, you must also demonstrate your
understanding of the week’s topics. Be specific and provide examples.

Note: Support the information in your Assignment with evidence from the assigned Learning
Resources, including in-text citations. Provide a reference list for all resources you use for this
Assignment.

Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for authenticity. To check your
draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.

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PSYC_3007_Week1_Assignment_Rubric

1. To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment as
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3. Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Submit chart (20
points)

20 pts

Analyze by
explaining the
normative theory
that best describes
the persuader's
intentions/behaviors
(20 points)

20 pts

20 pts
A

Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B

Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C

Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D

Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F

Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

20 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Apply the
professional code
of ethics to how the
persuader
influenced you (20
points)

20 pts

Summarize insights
about persuasive
communication
related to work
situations (20
points)

20 pts

20 pts
A

Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B

Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C

Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D

Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F

Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

20 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Quality of Writing
(15 points)

15 pts

Information
documentation (5
points)

5 pts

Total Points: 100

15 pts
A

Writing is clear
and organized
with few or no
errors in
mechanics,
usage,
grammar, or
spelling
(MUGS).
There is a
preponderance
of original
writing (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).

12 pts
B

Writing is
mostly clear
and organized
with few
MUGS errors.
Writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).

10.5 pts
C

Writing is
somewhat
clear and
organized with
some MUGS
errors. Most
writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).

9 pts
D

Writing is
somewhat
unclear and
disorganized
and/or
contains
many MUGS
errors. There
is an overuse
of direct
quotations
and/or
ineffective
paraphrasing.

0 pts
F

Writing is
unclear
and/or
disorganized
and/or
contains
many
MUGS
errors.
There is an
underuse of
original
writing and
an overuse
of directly
quoted
content.

5 pts
A
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
properly
documented
with
citation(s) and
reference(s)
in correct APA
style.

3.5 pts
B
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
partially
documented
with
citation(s)
and/or
reference(s),
and / or does
not follow
correct APA
style.

0 pts
C
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
not cited or
referenced in
any way.

0 pts
D

0 pts
F

**## Week1_Assignment12.pdf**

Due May 31 by 10:59pm
Points 100
Submitting a text entry box or a file upload
Attempts 0
Allowed Attempts 2

Start Assignment

 Back to Week at a Glance
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ANALYZING PERSUASIVE
COMMUNICATIONS

Recall that your text defines persuasion as “an attempt to convince others to change their attitudes or
behavior” (Perloff, 2023, p. 28). For the Discussion this week, you analyzed your own approach to
influencing another person in a positive way. You also considered whether, based on your current
understanding of different forms of persuasion, you are comfortable with the methods you used.

For your Assignment this week, you will continue to focus on approaches used to persuade by considering
the ethics of persuasion and, particularly, techniques used by people in work situations. In evaluating
specific interactions where someone influenced you (be sure you use adults as the influencer in this
assignment), you will apply normative theories of ethics. Keep in mind that normative theories are the
“ought to” ideas of what people ought to do based upon moral philosophy. Normative ethics involve the
person’s character and how we judge them. Do we call them honest? Are they trustworthy?

For this Assignment, you will analyze the four scenarios you indicted in your chart when someone
influenced you in your everyday communications with others.

To prepare:

Review the Week 1 Assignment Instructions handout from the Learning Resources.
Use the Week 1 Assignment Template document from the Learning Resources to record the persuasive
communications you encounter in a 24-hour period. Record four entries noting when another adult

RESOURCES

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.

WEEKLY RESOURCES

(https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/modules/items/9673834)

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tried to influence you. Write the narrative to address the prompts directly under the Chart.
Review Chapters 1, 2, and 3 in the textbook; review also the codes of ethics that correlate most closely
to your current work or the profession you want to enter. URLs for the codes of ethics are located in the
Week 1 Learning Resources. This sample chart
(https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/files/19481132?wrap=1)
(https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/files/19481132/download?download_frd=1) provides
guidance for the assignment. Select one organization’s code of ethics to use in evaluating the behavior
of the person influencing you in each communication you record. For communications that are more
personal than professional, identify specific guidelines within the code of ethics you chose that could
logically be used to evaluate personal interactions.
Reflect on the entries in your completed Chart. For each entry, consider what you were thinking at the
time and how you felt. Were the strategies used by the influencer ethical?

Of Week 1 submit a 3- to 5-page paper that includes your completed chart, followed by your narrative that
addresses the following.

Use a normative theory to analyze how each person tried to influence you. Give your reasoning for
choosing this theory.
Use a Standard/Principle from the professional code of ethics you have selected to evaluate each of the
four required episodes from your chart as "ethical" or "unethical" when the person tried to influence you.
Summarize insights you have gained about persuasive communication that you would apply to your
current job or the future work you want to do.

Use the Assignment Template to record your chart and write your analysis directly under the Chart in a
Word document. Be sure to rename the document following the instructions.

Although this Assignment has elements of a personal reflection, you must also demonstrate your
understanding of the week’s topics. Be specific and provide examples.

Note: Support the information in your Assignment with evidence from the assigned Learning
Resources, including in-text citations. Provide a reference list for all resources you use for this
Assignment.

Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for authenticity. To check your
draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.

BY DAY 7

SUBMISSION INFORMATIO

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PSYC_3007_Week1_Assignment_Rubric

1. To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment as
WK1Assgn_LastName_Firstinitial

2. Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
3. Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Submit chart (20
points)

20 pts

Analyze by
explaining the
normative theory
that best describes
the persuader's
intentions/behaviors
(20 points)

20 pts

20 pts
A

Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B

Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C

Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D

Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F

Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

20 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Apply the
professional code
of ethics to how the
persuader
influenced you (20
points)

20 pts

Summarize insights
about persuasive
communication
related to work
situations (20
points)

20 pts

20 pts
A

Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B

Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C

Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D

Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F

Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

20 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Quality of Writing
(15 points)

15 pts

Information
documentation (5
points)

5 pts

Total Points: 100

15 pts
A

Writing is clear
and organized
with few or no
errors in
mechanics,
usage,
grammar, or
spelling
(MUGS).
There is a
preponderance
of original
writing (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).

12 pts
B

Writing is
mostly clear
and organized
with few
MUGS errors.
Writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).

10.5 pts
C

Writing is
somewhat
clear and
organized with
some MUGS
errors. Most
writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).

9 pts
D

Writing is
somewhat
unclear and
disorganized
and/or
contains
many MUGS
errors. There
is an overuse
of direct
quotations
and/or
ineffective
paraphrasing.

0 pts
F

Writing is
unclear
and/or
disorganized
and/or
contains
many
MUGS
errors.
There is an
underuse of
original
writing and
an overuse
of directly
quoted
content.

5 pts
A
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
properly
documented
with
citation(s) and
reference(s)
in correct APA
style.

3.5 pts
B
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
partially
documented
with
citation(s)
and/or
reference(s),
and / or does
not follow
correct APA
style.

0 pts
C
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
not cited or
referenced in
any way.

0 pts
D

0 pts
F

**## Topic_Week1_Discussion9.pdf**





p g g y g g
stick or are you dangling a carrot? In other words, is what you are saying or doing forceful or
enticing? Awareness of everyday use of influence, and understanding characteristics of different
forms of social influence, are important for maintaining standards of behavior in both personal and
professional interactions.

For this Discussion, you will recall a time when you influenced another adult’s thoughts or actions
in a positive way. You will analyze and evaluate the aspects of influence you employed.

To prepare:

Review Chapters 1 and 2 of the text. Pay particular attention to the meaning and differences
between persuasion and coercion , propaganda , and manipulation .
Recall a situation when you influenced another adult in a positive way (e.g., addressed negative
or harmful thinking or behavior).
Reflect on the language and/or actions you used to influence the other adult and which aspect
of social influence (i.e., persuasion, coercion, propaganda, or manipulation), or a combination,
most accurately characterizes your approach to the other adult.
Consider to what degree you were aware of the type(s) of influence you were using and
whether you would employ the same or different aspect(s) of social influence today.

Of Week 1 post responses to the following:

Describe the situation and the language and/or actions you used to influence the other adult.
Explain the aspect(s) of social influence most evident in your language/actions, and to what
degree you were aware of using persuasion, coercion, propaganda, and/or manipulation at the
time.
Explain the outcome and your degree of success in influencing the other adult.
Based on what you know now, explain whether you would use the same aspect(s) of social
influence with this adult today, or what type of influence you would employ instead, and give
your reasoning.

RESOURCES

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.

WEEKLY RESOURCES

(https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/modules/items/9673834)

BY DAY 3

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**## Week1_Assignment12.pdf**

Due May 31 by 10:59pm
Points 100
Submitting a text entry box or a file upload
Attempts 0
Allowed Attempts 2

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ANALYZING PERSUASIVE
COMMUNICATIONS

Recall that your text defines persuasion as “an attempt to convince others to change their attitudes or
behavior” (Perloff, 2023, p. 28). For the Discussion this week, you analyzed your own approach to
influencing another person in a positive way. You also considered whether, based on your current
understanding of different forms of persuasion, you are comfortable with the methods you used.

For your Assignment this week, you will continue to focus on approaches used to persuade by considering
the ethics of persuasion and, particularly, techniques used by people in work situations. In evaluating
specific interactions where someone influenced you (be sure you use adults as the influencer in this
assignment), you will apply normative theories of ethics. Keep in mind that normative theories are the
“ought to” ideas of what people ought to do based upon moral philosophy. Normative ethics involve the
person’s character and how we judge them. Do we call them honest? Are they trustworthy?

For this Assignment, you will analyze the four scenarios you indicted in your chart when someone
influenced you in your everyday communications with others.

To prepare:

Review the Week 1 Assignment Instructions handout from the Learning Resources.
Use the Week 1 Assignment Template document from the Learning Resources to record the persuasive
communications you encounter in a 24-hour period. Record four entries noting when another adult

RESOURCES

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.

WEEKLY RESOURCES

(https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/modules/items/9673834)

[https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/modules/items/9673801](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/modules/items/9673801)

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tried to influence you. Write the narrative to address the prompts directly under the Chart.
Review Chapters 1, 2, and 3 in the textbook; review also the codes of ethics that correlate most closely
to your current work or the profession you want to enter. URLs for the codes of ethics are located in the
Week 1 Learning Resources. This sample chart
(https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/files/19481132?wrap=1)
(https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/files/19481132/download?download_frd=1) provides
guidance for the assignment. Select one organization’s code of ethics to use in evaluating the behavior
of the person influencing you in each communication you record. For communications that are more
personal than professional, identify specific guidelines within the code of ethics you chose that could
logically be used to evaluate personal interactions.
Reflect on the entries in your completed Chart. For each entry, consider what you were thinking at the
time and how you felt. Were the strategies used by the influencer ethical?

Of Week 1 submit a 3- to 5-page paper that includes your completed chart, followed by your narrative that
addresses the following.

Use a normative theory to analyze how each person tried to influence you. Give your reasoning for
choosing this theory.
Use a Standard/Principle from the professional code of ethics you have selected to evaluate each of the
four required episodes from your chart as "ethical" or "unethical" when the person tried to influence you.
Summarize insights you have gained about persuasive communication that you would apply to your
current job or the future work you want to do.

Use the Assignment Template to record your chart and write your analysis directly under the Chart in a
Word document. Be sure to rename the document following the instructions.

Although this Assignment has elements of a personal reflection, you must also demonstrate your
understanding of the week’s topics. Be specific and provide examples.

Note: Support the information in your Assignment with evidence from the assigned Learning
Resources, including in-text citations. Provide a reference list for all resources you use for this
Assignment.

Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for authenticity. To check your
draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.

BY DAY 7

SUBMISSION INFORMATIO

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PSYC_3007_Week1_Assignment_Rubric

1. To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment as
WK1Assgn_LastName_Firstinitial

2. Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
3. Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Submit chart (20
points)

20 pts

Analyze by
explaining the
normative theory
that best describes
the persuader's
intentions/behaviors
(20 points)

20 pts

20 pts
A

Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B

Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C

Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D

Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F

Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

20 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Apply the
professional code
of ethics to how the
persuader
influenced you (20
points)

20 pts

Summarize insights
about persuasive
communication
related to work
situations (20
points)

20 pts

20 pts
A

Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B

Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C

Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D

Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F

Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

20 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Quality of Writing
(15 points)

15 pts

Information
documentation (5
points)

5 pts

Total Points: 100

15 pts
A

Writing is clear
and organized
with few or no
errors in
mechanics,
usage,
grammar, or
spelling
(MUGS).
There is a
preponderance
of original
writing (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).

12 pts
B

Writing is
mostly clear
and organized
with few
MUGS errors.
Writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).

10.5 pts
C

Writing is
somewhat
clear and
organized with
some MUGS
errors. Most
writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).

9 pts
D

Writing is
somewhat
unclear and
disorganized
and/or
contains
many MUGS
errors. There
is an overuse
of direct
quotations
and/or
ineffective
paraphrasing.

0 pts
F

Writing is
unclear
and/or
disorganized
and/or
contains
many
MUGS
errors.
There is an
underuse of
original
writing and
an overuse
of directly
quoted
content.

5 pts
A
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
properly
documented
with
citation(s) and
reference(s)
in correct APA
style.

3.5 pts
B
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
partially
documented
with
citation(s)
and/or
reference(s),
and / or does
not follow
correct APA
style.

0 pts
C
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
not cited or
referenced in
any way.

0 pts
D

0 pts
F

**## Topic_Week1_Discussion9.pdf**





p g g y g g
stick or are you dangling a carrot? In other words, is what you are saying or doing forceful or
enticing? Awareness of everyday use of influence, and understanding characteristics of different
forms of social influence, are important for maintaining standards of behavior in both personal and
professional interactions.

For this Discussion, you will recall a time when you influenced another adult’s thoughts or actions
in a positive way. You will analyze and evaluate the aspects of influence you employed.

To prepare:

Review Chapters 1 and 2 of the text. Pay particular attention to the meaning and differences
between persuasion and coercion , propaganda , and manipulation .
Recall a situation when you influenced another adult in a positive way (e.g., addressed negative
or harmful thinking or behavior).
Reflect on the language and/or actions you used to influence the other adult and which aspect
of social influence (i.e., persuasion, coercion, propaganda, or manipulation), or a combination,
most accurately characterizes your approach to the other adult.
Consider to what degree you were aware of the type(s) of influence you were using and
whether you would employ the same or different aspect(s) of social influence today.

Of Week 1 post responses to the following:

Describe the situation and the language and/or actions you used to influence the other adult.
Explain the aspect(s) of social influence most evident in your language/actions, and to what
degree you were aware of using persuasion, coercion, propaganda, and/or manipulation at the
time.
Explain the outcome and your degree of success in influencing the other adult.
Based on what you know now, explain whether you would use the same aspect(s) of social
influence with this adult today, or what type of influence you would employ instead, and give
your reasoning.

RESOURCES

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.

WEEKLY RESOURCES

(https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/modules/items/9673834)

BY DAY 3

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**## Week1_Assignment12.pdf**

Due May 31 by 10:59pm
Points 100
Submitting a text entry box or a file upload
Attempts 0
Allowed Attempts 2

Start Assignment

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ANALYZING PERSUASIVE
COMMUNICATIONS

Recall that your text defines persuasion as “an attempt to convince others to change their attitudes or
behavior” (Perloff, 2023, p. 28). For the Discussion this week, you analyzed your own approach to
influencing another person in a positive way. You also considered whether, based on your current
understanding of different forms of persuasion, you are comfortable with the methods you used.

For your Assignment this week, you will continue to focus on approaches used to persuade by considering
the ethics of persuasion and, particularly, techniques used by people in work situations. In evaluating
specific interactions where someone influenced you (be sure you use adults as the influencer in this
assignment), you will apply normative theories of ethics. Keep in mind that normative theories are the
“ought to” ideas of what people ought to do based upon moral philosophy. Normative ethics involve the
person’s character and how we judge them. Do we call them honest? Are they trustworthy?

For this Assignment, you will analyze the four scenarios you indicted in your chart when someone
influenced you in your everyday communications with others.

To prepare:

Review the Week 1 Assignment Instructions handout from the Learning Resources.
Use the Week 1 Assignment Template document from the Learning Resources to record the persuasive
communications you encounter in a 24-hour period. Record four entries noting when another adult

RESOURCES

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.

WEEKLY RESOURCES

(https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/modules/items/9673834)

[https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/modules/items/9673801](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/modules/items/9673801)

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tried to influence you. Write the narrative to address the prompts directly under the Chart.
Review Chapters 1, 2, and 3 in the textbook; review also the codes of ethics that correlate most closely
to your current work or the profession you want to enter. URLs for the codes of ethics are located in the
Week 1 Learning Resources. This sample chart
(https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/files/19481132?wrap=1)
(https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/224961/files/19481132/download?download_frd=1) provides
guidance for the assignment. Select one organization’s code of ethics to use in evaluating the behavior
of the person influencing you in each communication you record. For communications that are more
personal than professional, identify specific guidelines within the code of ethics you chose that could
logically be used to evaluate personal interactions.
Reflect on the entries in your completed Chart. For each entry, consider what you were thinking at the
time and how you felt. Were the strategies used by the influencer ethical?

Of Week 1 submit a 3- to 5-page paper that includes your completed chart, followed by your narrative that
addresses the following.

Use a normative theory to analyze how each person tried to influence you. Give your reasoning for
choosing this theory.
Use a Standard/Principle from the professional code of ethics you have selected to evaluate each of the
four required episodes from your chart as "ethical" or "unethical" when the person tried to influence you.
Summarize insights you have gained about persuasive communication that you would apply to your
current job or the future work you want to do.

Use the Assignment Template to record your chart and write your analysis directly under the Chart in a
Word document. Be sure to rename the document following the instructions.

Although this Assignment has elements of a personal reflection, you must also demonstrate your
understanding of the week’s topics. Be specific and provide examples.

Note: Support the information in your Assignment with evidence from the assigned Learning
Resources, including in-text citations. Provide a reference list for all resources you use for this
Assignment.

Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for authenticity. To check your
draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.

BY DAY 7

SUBMISSION INFORMATIO

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PSYC_3007_Week1_Assignment_Rubric

1. To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment as
WK1Assgn_LastName_Firstinitial

2. Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
3. Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Submit chart (20
points)

20 pts

Analyze by
explaining the
normative theory
that best describes
the persuader's
intentions/behaviors
(20 points)

20 pts

20 pts
A

Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B

Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C

Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D

Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F

Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

20 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Apply the
professional code
of ethics to how the
persuader
influenced you (20
points)

20 pts

Summarize insights
about persuasive
communication
related to work
situations (20
points)

20 pts

20 pts
A

Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B

Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C

Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D

Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F

Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

20 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

17 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

15 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

13 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Quality of Writing
(15 points)

15 pts

Information
documentation (5
points)

5 pts

Total Points: 100

15 pts
A

Writing is clear
and organized
with few or no
errors in
mechanics,
usage,
grammar, or
spelling
(MUGS).
There is a
preponderance
of original
writing (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).

12 pts
B

Writing is
mostly clear
and organized
with few
MUGS errors.
Writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).

10.5 pts
C

Writing is
somewhat
clear and
organized with
some MUGS
errors. Most
writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).

9 pts
D

Writing is
somewhat
unclear and
disorganized
and/or
contains
many MUGS
errors. There
is an overuse
of direct
quotations
and/or
ineffective
paraphrasing.

0 pts
F

Writing is
unclear
and/or
disorganized
and/or
contains
many
MUGS
errors.
There is an
underuse of
original
writing and
an overuse
of directly
quoted
content.

5 pts
A
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
properly
documented
with
citation(s) and
reference(s)
in correct APA
style.

3.5 pts
B
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
partially
documented
with
citation(s)
and/or
reference(s),
and / or does
not follow
correct APA
style.

0 pts
C
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
not cited or
referenced in
any way.

0 pts
D

0 pts
F